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13 awesome transitional toppers, chosen to fit all your weather needs in a Canadian city near you

As we usher in the fall season we also welcome changing foliage, pumpkin spice lattes and the coveted transitional coat—which depending on where you live in Canada can mean different degrees of warmth and protection. Here are 13 toppers that will have you looking stylish and protected this fall, we picked one to go with every major city in Canada, related to their average fall forecast.

Montreal

Yellowknife

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Nordstrom

Yellowknife's fall average sits at a brisk -10c with roughly 30 cm of snow projected, so it's time to break out the puffer—and snowboots!The North Face Thermoball PrimaLoft Hooded Parka, $230, shop.nordstrom.com.

Halifax

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Canada Goose

Halifax gets a hefty rain fall come the autumn, with its rainiest month being November. The average temp is 6c. Look for a thin jacket or puffer with a water-resistant outer shell. Alderwood shell, $425.

Whitehorse

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Roots

Whitehorse sits at a respectable -4 degrees come fall. Look for jackets made from natural materials such as cashmere, wool and alpaca to keep you cozy. It's a wee bit of a splurge, but if you buy a classic shape it can be a wear forever piece. Charlotte Coat in Melton Wool, $528.

Saskatoon

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Simons

Saskatoon sits at 0 or below for 185 days a year, but come fall temps range from 18c to -7, so versatility is key—and layering is key. Try wearing a cape over a wool sweater to keep you toasty warm. Twik Three-button cape, $70.

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Iqaluit

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Quartz

Iqaluit is in the Arctic, so it's average fall temperature is a chilly one: -15. A jean jacket won't cut it in these parts, look for a short parka or heavy duty puffer with a hood to protect you from the wind. Anouk Paraka, $729.

St. Johns

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Gap

Out east they get warmer fall temperatures and St. Johns, Newfoundland is no exceptions, with temperatures sitting around 4c. Try layering a utility jacket over a hoodie.Sherpa-lined utility jacket, $118.

Winnipeg

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Le Chateau

Winnipeg has its nickname "Winterpeg" for a reason, the city's temperature fluctuates but the fall average sits at -1c. Look for an oversized stylish coat, perfect to layer over a puffer vest on cooler days. Cashmere-like open collar coat, $100.

Vancouver

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By: Julia McEwen
Source: Nordstrom

Vancouver's wettest season is autumn, with an average of 450mm of rainfall and a temperature that hovers around 10c. Which means it's the perfect time to break out the rubber boots and find a coat to keep your warm and dry in the downpours.
Michael michael kors hooded trench coat, $149.